Dentist Malpractice

Every dentist owes their patients a duty of care. A dentist commits dental malpractice when he or she violates that duty of care by failing to provide the highest standard of care.

Informed Consent in Dental Treatment

Informed consent refers to consent that is provided by patients who are undergoing treatment. Patients have the right to be fully informed of the risks that are associated with a procedure. This consent must be in writing and signed by the patient before any anesthesia or sedation occurs. Also, a dentist must determine if a patient fully comprehended the information that was conveyed and whether the patient voluntarily gave his or her consent.

Types of Dental Malpractice

Some of the most common ways in which patients are impacted by dental malpractice include the following:

Common Injuries due to Dental Malpractice

Some of the most common injuries faced by patients when dental malpractice occurs include the following:

Molar and Wisdom Tooth extraction injury

Root canal injury

Broken/Fractured Jaw/Mandible

Trigeminal neuralgia

Facial and oral nerve damage

Damaged alveolar nerve

Damaged lingual nerve

Broken/Fractured teeth

Extraction of wrong tooth

Infections and abscesses after surgery or treatment

Injuries caused by anesthesia or other medications

Injuries caused by broken or faulty instruments

Sinus perforation

Permanent damage to the nerves in chin, jaws, lips, or tongue

Permanent injuries to the tongue

Permanent loss of feeling or taste

Temporomandibular disorders

Uncontrolled bleeds

Dental implant surgical error

Poor Crown and Bridge repairs

These injuries often result in patients facing large bills including medical expenses, emotional damages, lost wages, and various other costs.

The Standard of Care in Malpractice Cases

During a trial, a person can establish the standard of care for dentists in the industry by providing evidence of what other dentists would have done in similar circumstances. The patient then shows how the dentist or dental provider failed to meet the established standard.

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When medical malpractice occurs, it is important to remember that you can obtain compensation for resulting damages. If you need assistance with your medical malpractice, do not hesitate to contact an attorney at the Law Offices of Gerald J. Noonan today for assistance. From start to finish, we will remain committed to obtaining the compensation you deserve.

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